Director of Prisons, Nicklon Elliot on Thursday sternly warned members of the public and prison officers found colluding in smuggling contraband into the various prison facilities will face the full consequences of the law.
The Prison Head noted that despite the increased monitoring and surveillance at all prison locations, it was observed that several attempts were made by members of the public to smuggle contraband into the various prison facilities over the past weeks.
This, he said, is an offence under Section 53 (1) of the Prison Act, which attracts a fine or a period of imprisonment.
However, he warned that there will be no letup in bringing down corrupt officers, family members and friends of inmates who are bent on breaking the law.
Elliot further noted that with more sophisticated means of stopping and seizing contraband before it reaches a facility’s population, several persons were searched and subsequently arrested.
The situation, he added, should be a concern, as he reminded officers of their duties and sternly warned that those found culpable will face the law.
He further said that while efforts are being made to improve the physical structures and improve the use of technology, the reliance is presently on the human factor.
